With the ePremier League finals taking place between 25-26 March, we profile the gamers seeking glory for their clubs.
See: All clubs' profiles and who's in each group
CRYSTAL PALACE
NAME: Ethan Higgins
AGE: 22
GAMER TAG: Ethxnn
SOCIAL HANDLE: @EthxnH_
CONSOLE: PlayStation
ePL HISTORY: 2022: Semi-finals, 2021: RO16, 2020: RO16
Player Profile:
The 22-year-old business marketing student from Birmingham, is aiming to go further than he did three seasons ago, when he reached the ePL quarter-finals with Brighton & Hove Albion.
Desperate to win his first ePremier League trophy, Ethan only has silverware in his sights this time round.
Why should people be excited for the ePremier League?
"A chance to see some upcoming talent in the UK whilst the best pros are there to play too."
What would it mean to you to win the ePremier League?
"Would mean a huge deal, it would be my first trophy in FIFA esports, and to do it at the ePremier League would be great."
What formation and style of play do you adopt in-game usually?
"4-3-2-1 with a high press and high possession play style."
Who is the most underrated Premier League item in FUT 23?
"Ivan Perisic."
What has been your favourite moment in the ePL so far?
"There’s been so many surprises in most Club Playoffs the favourites haven't made it for every club. There’s a different group of talent on show this season."
ePL Invitational Highlights:
Ethan’s attacking prowess and know-how proved pivotal, as he produced a late flurry of goals to secure the win in the Volta challenge.
NAME: Ben Evans
AGE: 20
GAMER TAG: Ben
CONSOLE: Xbox
ePL HISTORY: Debut
Player Profile:
Ben is an amateur esports player who is excited to be participating in the 22/23 ePremier League tournament.
As it is his first pro tournament, winning it and lifting the trophy for Crystal Palace would be a significant achievement for him.
Why should people be excited for the ePremier League?
"It's one of the biggest competitions and lets people show their ability on the biggest stage."
What would it mean to you to win the ePremier League?
"With the ePL being my first pro tournament, it would be one of my biggest achievements to win the tournament and lift the trophy. It's a great opportunity to compete with the best and represent Crystal Palace."
What formation and style of play do you adopt in-game usually?
"I like to play a 4-2-3-1 as it is very structured, however, I will use multiple formations throughout the game depending on how it's going."
Who is the most underrated Premier League item in FUT 23?
"I would have to say Son [Heung-min]. He can score on either foot and can play in multiple positions in the attacking area."
What has been your favourite moment in the ePL so far?
"It has to be winning the final Crystal Palace Club Playoffs game to get to the Grand Finals. To be 5-3 down in the final game and have the composure to come back has taught me a lot and given me a lot more confidence going forward."
ePL Invitational Highlights:
Despite a shaky start in the Volta challenge, Ben got to grips with the game mode and showcased a catalogue of skills to drive Crystal Palace to victory against Brighton.
